2009 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, both 2009 BMW M5 and 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | M5 | Brera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
